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12 great Christmas gifts we found at Amazon

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Shop great gift ideas like orthopedic slippers, manicure kits and more at Amazon this year.  Dulin/Getty Images

Black Friday deals and Cyber Week sales are now behind us, and for Christmas people, it's nearly time to put those gifts under the tree. If you haven't managed to find that perfect present for everyone on your list this holiday season, don't worry, because there's still plenty of time to grab a great gift on Amazon.

From a build-your-own bath bomb kit that makes for a fun activity around the holidays, to affordable tech including Apple AirPods, Chromebooks and even a "Star Wars" themed Instant Pot, Amazon has endless gift ideas for every person on this year's nice list. 

With shipping delays still looming over the holidays, shopping sooner rather than later is a great way to ensure your packages make it under the tree in time. Luckily, CBS Essentials has compiled a list of quick and easy gifts you can grab today. Here are 12 great Christmas gifts we found at Amazon.

(Want even more Amazon gift ideas? Check out these Christmas gifts on sale at Amazon right now.)

Amazon gift card deal: Buy $50, get a $10 credit

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Amazon

If you're not sure what to get someone, how about free money? Right now when you buy $50 or more in gift card credit you'll get a $10 bonus. Credit appears up two days after purchase. (Use code USGIFTCARD21 at checkout. This deal is only good for those who have not purchased Amazon gift cards in the past.)

Buy $50 of gift cards, get a $10 credit


PS5 at Amazon

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Sony via Amazon

Amazon restocked the PS5 console Nov. 27 for Amazon Prime members, and it sold out quickly. The best way to catch a PS5 restock on Amazon is to get lucky with the "check stock now" button below.

Sony PlayStation 5 console (Blu-ray), $500

Sony PlayStation 5 Digital Edition, $400


Casper Sleep silk pillowcase and sleep mask set

Casper Sleep silk pillowcase and sleep mask set
Casper Sleep via Amazon

This 100% mulberry silk pillowcase is soft on hair, skin and the eyes, too. It comes in three aesthetically pleasing neutral colors and with a matching silk sleep mask.

Casper Sleep silk pillowcase and sleep mask set, $139


Apple AirPods with wired charging case

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Amazon

Looking to score the best deal on Apple Airpods this shopping season? Amazon has you covered. Right now, you can pick up a pair of 2nd generation AirPods with a wired (non-MageSafe-compatible) charging case for $100.

Apple AirPods with wired charging case, $100 (regularly $159)


Gel nail polish kit with UV lamp

Gel nail polish kit with UV lamp
Modelones via Amazon

This kit has everything you could want for an at-home gel manicure, including a UV nail lamp, nail separators, file and buffer, a cuticle trimmer and six gel polishes. You can save $8 on this all-in-one kit right now at Amazon. 

Though there are risks associated with UV radiation, the FDA considers curing lamps as low-risk when used as directed by the label. 

Gel nail polish kit with UV lamp, $44 (regularly $47)


11.6" HP Chromebook with touchscreen (32 GB)

11.6" HP Chromebook with touchscreen
HP via Amazon

This HP Chromebook features 4 GB of RAM, 32 GB of storage, an 11.6-inch touchscreen and a fantastic price.

11.6" HP Chromebook with touchscreen (32 GB), $139 (regularly $260)


Bath bomb DIY kit

Bath bomb DIY kit
Urban Kangaroo via Amazon

This kit can work as a gift and a fun holiday activity all rolled into one. It includes all the dry ingredients, plus essential oils, spray bottle, molds and step-by-step instructions to make 12 bath bombs, plus fun wrapping paper and stickers for if you decide to gift your creations.

Bath bomb DIY kit, $40


SOLD OUT: Apple AirTag 4-pack

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Apple via Amazon

Apple AirTags can help track your most important items. Keep one attached to whatever item you'd like to track, and you'll see its location right on your phone. Attach one to any bag or backpack with a polyurethane Apple AirTag loop ($18 and up). Sold in a pack of four. As last look, it was sold out, but there's always the possibility of a restock.

Apple AirTag 4-pack, $99


Large room essential oil diffuser 

Large room essential oil diffuser
Jack & Rose via Amazon

This ultrasonic essential oil diffuser is ultra quiet. It also has a 20-hour run time, and will look super chic in any space. Just add a few drops of your favorite essential oil and allow the diffuser to work its aromatherapy magic.

Large room essential oil diffuser, $34 (regularly $50)


Instant Pot Star Wars Duo R2-D2 (6 quart)

Instant Pot Star Wars Duo R2-D2 (6 quart): $70 at Amazon
Instant Pot via Amazon

It has all of the functionality of an Instant Pot Duo, wrapped up in an adorable, R2-D2-themed package. This Star Wars Duo Pot features 14 smart cooking programs. (You can also get this Instant Pot Duo in several other, less expensive Star Wars themes, including Baby Yoda, Darth Vadar and Storm Trooper.)

Instant Pot Star Wars Duo R2-D2 (6 quart), $148


Auraglow teeth whitening pen

Auraglow teeth whitening pen
Auraglow via Amazon

Teeth-whitening strips are great stocking stuffers, but this portable whitening pen makes it easy to brighten your smile on the go. The pen contains mint-flavored 35% carbamide peroxide whitening gel that can break down coffee, wine and soda stains without any of the hassle of plastic strips.

Auraglow teeth whitening pen, $15 (regularly $26)


Fuzzy house slippers with arch support

Fuzzy house slippers with arch support
Sollbeam via Amazon

These slippers are cozy and comfortable with built-in arch support and a deep heel cup to keep feet stable and secure as well as snug.

Fuzzy house slippers with arch support, $16 and up  


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